natal

native

natal(nah-tahl)

adjective

1. (of origin)

a. native

El autor francés nunca regresó a su país natal.

The French author never returned to his native country.

b. home

Tras años viajando, estoy ansioso de volver a mi estado natal.

After years of traveling, I'm anxious to return to my home state.

2. (born and bred)

a. native (noun)

Mi padre era natal de Valladolid.

My father was a native of Valladolid.